Driving forwards with a 6x4 trailer is easy as, really not much difference until you weigh it down, then it effects braking considerably, so keep that in mind. But as far as going wide on the corners etc you shouldn't really have to worry. Reversing on the other hand can be time consuming, embarrassing, and fun.... for those watching at least

Ditto to Kramer aslo some ppl find it easier to hold the steering wheel from the bottom becuase that way you turn the way you want to go as opposed to when you hold it from the top of the wheel. FYI I hold it from the top of the wheel.

Holding the wheel at the bottom is a common tip. I know a few of our semi drivers do it. (and hell can they reverse a trailer!)

I personally hold it from the top - but i learnt to reverce a trailer before I lernt to drive a car Not as good as I used to be though these days I reverse the boat into the shed then unhook it and push it down the shed - back when i used to drive a trailer a lot i'd revese it straight in and turn it to park it into position. These days i dont like doing too much turning.

Use your mirrors lots too its easier than relying on turning your head over your shoulder.

Mind how you load the trailer and load heavier items over the axles.

Oh and practice and dont be scared to ask someone to guide you!

A place I'd rather be...Mitchel Road, Bomjinna. Central West Victoria (Jan '08)

Find an empty car park on the w/e and try backing using the parkinglines as guides-they do no damage ! 6 x 4's can be mongrels to back as they can take off sideways prettyquick- all to do with length of car whellbase and towball to trailer wheelsIf you're having trouble send a pm, I work in Narre, (live edge of Gippy)might be able to meet and give a few pointers,have towed a fair bit, back driving semi's again too.Jok